Country Technical Assistance Facility Manager - Vietnam

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  • Vietnam
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
Country Technical Assistance Facility Manager - Vietnam· This position is to be based in Hanoi, Viet Nam. The preferred candidate will be required to work from the COAST Viet Nam office in Hanoi, following the set working hours established by the COAST Facility Team.· This position is full-time, starting from September 2025 (definite start date is to be decided).· The COAST Viet Nam team is lean and operates at a high pace. This position will be responsible for the running of the Technical Assistance Facility Department alone and will not be provided officers/and or any junior staff to delegate administrative tasks to.· The recruitment is open to Vietnamese nationals only.The COAST Technical Assistance Facility Manager (Country TAF Manager) will oversee the design, selection and management of the TA packages across their country portfolio. They will provide oversight and management for TA and will coordinate with the wider Country Team to ensure TA packages –contribute to the achievement of COAST’s strategy in each priority country.The Country Technical Assistance Facility Manager is a full-time role based in the Country Team Office.The Country Technical Assistance Facility Manager will be line managed by the COAST Country Team Leader and will be matrix managed by the PMU TAF Manager to provide coherence across all TA approaches for COAST.The job description may be updated during implementation to reflect project priorities and requirements.Roles and ResponsibilitiesTechnical Assistance Facility Management· Oversee the TA Facility for their country in line with the agreed TAF processes including the identification and mobilisation of the experts to develop Concept Notes, oversee clear and transparent screening and selection processes and ensure the TA provides value for money through the careful design, robust evaluation and negotiation of offers.· Coordinate each TA process ensuring adherence to the agreed procedures and advising the Country Team members on these processes and establishing clear, easily accessible tools and templates in line with COAST’s overall procedures and systems.· Ensure each TA assignment has a Point of Contact and work closely with them to oversee the design, contracting and implementation of each assignment, working collaborative to ensure efficient coordination and oversight.· Lead on all administrative, contractual and reporting requirements for each TA assignment including coordinating of evaluation / screening meetings, identification of suitable TA providers, negotiating fee rates and deliverables, conducting vetting & reference checks, obtaining relevant approvals (from COAST and FCDO), and drafting TA contracts for each assignment.· Lead the vetting and due diligence for all individuals and organisations relevant to their Country Office, by liaising with the Vetting Team at DAI Global UK, and with the interested TA providers.· Lead on briefing and mobilising of TA providers for agreed assignments ensuring kick off meetings, regular review points and reporting are conducted; identify if issues are arising and ensure they are efficiently addressed by the allocated COAST Point of Contact and / or the TA provider as appropriate· In coordination with the Country MEL Manager, support the establishment of the MEL / results collection for each TA assignment ensuring it contributes to the wider MEL Framework and data is effectively captured and reported.· In coordination with the Country Finance Manager provide budgeting and forecasting information.Country TAF portfolio management:· Regularly update the TAF Roster with new details of existing individuals, or new individuals / organisations· Participate in weekly meetings with all Country TAF Managers and the PMU TAF Manager to troubleshoot and provide updates on their Country Office TAF portfolio.· Regularly update the TAF Tracker with new information on the conceptualisation, procurement, award and management of all TA interventions for their Country Office.· Oversee documentation management and tracking of all TA through the TAF identifying learning, seeking efficiencies and adaptations needed, and collating reporting and analysis from the country activities into the COAST level reporting including financial forecasting, narrative reporting, results data, learning, and analysis.· Oversee the portfolio of TA activities identifying learnings (from the TA activities themselves or the COAST TA processes) to improve our approaches and offers, contributing to wider team learning and results. Regularly reviewing the TA processes with the other Country TAF Managers, COAST DTL and Senior Programme Manager.· In coordination with the Country Team Leader and Grant Manager ensure learning from COAST’s TA assignments complement learning across the wider programme including our grants portfolio.Qualifications and Experience
  • A bachelor's degree is required, with a master's degree in a field related to the COAST project being highly preferred.
  • A minimum of 15 years of professional experience in independently managing and developing ODA grants and technical assistance.
  • Specialized professional experience in the fisheries, environment, or biodiversity conservation sectors is required.
  • Proven ability to work independently and manage a department without junior staff.
  • Experience in connecting and working with government agencies at national and local levels.
  • Experience in coordinating with diverse partners, including international and local NGOs and the private sector.
  • Strong proficiency in using grants and project management software.
  • Excellent presentation skills.
  • Fluent and professional English language skills, both written and spoken.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with experience dealing with vendors and other stakeholders.
Climate and Ocean Adaptation and Sustainable Transition (COAST)Background to COASTHuman activities such as harmful fishing practices, coastal habitat conservation, and pollution directly contribute to biodiversity loss and degradation of ocean and coastal ecosystems and ecosystem services. This degradation amplifies coastal populations’ vulnerability, particularly in developing countries already burdened by high poverty, and frequently dependent on fragile ocean and coastal livelihoods such as artisanal fisheries and aquaculture. While the ocean is the primary source of animal protein for billions, climate change raises the stakes and compounds the problems as coastal areas are increasingly exposed to sea level rise, intense storms, marine heatwaves, and ocean acidification, posing existential threats to both marine life and human communities.DAI recognises the need to address these challenges holistically, integrating targeted interventions to improve both environmental and social systems. Our vision for COAST Facility is “to revolutionise coastal and marine ecosystem management through a pioneering approach that uniquely combines local community empowerment with national reform and global advocacy.” COAST Facility will implement activities in 4 priority countries – Mozambique, Indonesia, Viet Nam and the Philippines - and a demand led Technical Assistance Facility in ODA recipient countries outside these four priority countries.We propose an integrated methodology founded on five core delivery principles to direct our delivery approach. These principles are appropriate for addressing coastal and ocean challenges effectively; ensuring flexible and innovative solutions; the ability to deliver, manage and maximise impact; and ensure a high standard of programme and activity management tailored to the complexity of COAST. They are a holistic approach, community-centred solutions, collaborative partnerships, legacy and sustainability, and learning and adaptation.Background to DAITo deliver COAST Facility, DAI will capitalise on our extensive experience in Indonesia, Mozambique, Philippines, and Vietnam to support aligned partner country governments and local community-based organisations. Our delivery of COAST will a) provide a team of world-leading experts in coastal and ocean sustainability coupled with deep experience in ODA fund management; b) leverage DAI and our partners’ expertise delivering programmes alongside partner governments and communities; c) provide deep understanding of effective multi-country, multi-component TA and fund management programmes.DAI will lead the COAST consortia and be responsible for the overall delivery of the contract. Our Consortia partners are Blue Green Advisors, DevLearn, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Wildlife Conservation Society.Recruitment is expected to close in September 2025Salary - £24,000 to £26,500 - (VND 843,242,400 to VND 931,080,150)

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